Contract Assessor

Standards Council of Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A national standards organization in Ottawa is hiring Contract Assessors for its Laboratory Accreditation Program. The role involves assessing technical competence in various sectors, conducting interviews, and observing personnel. Essential qualifications include relevant technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and a Canadian status. Applicants must submit their resume and demonstrate how they meet these qualifications. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. This is an opportunity to work in diverse environments while ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident/Work VISA for the duration of the contract.
• Experience in testing and calibration laboratory accreditation programs.
• Expertise in forensic chemistry and trace analysis.

Responsibilities

• Determine the scope of the inspection with SCC personnel.
• Conduct interviews to assess personnel competence.
• Review records for conformity with criteria.
• Observe personnel to ensure adherence to procedures.
• Report findings and recommendations to the Lead Inspector.

Skills

Strong technical, analytical and review skills

Excellent attention to detail

Sound judgement and evaluation abilities

Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Advanced computer skills

Education

Relevant technical expertise in specified sectors

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Web-based communications software

Job description

Standards Council of Canada, 55 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Contract Assessors – Laboratory Accreditation Program

(Several positions available)

Several positions and a pool of candidates

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is seeking to technical experts to assessments with the Laboratory Accreditation Program, including onsite technical expertise and remote assessment activities on a contractual basis.

Communication

Key Activities

• Works closely with the SCC personnel to determine the scope of the inspection.
• Conducts interviews as part of a team, or independently, to assess the competence of personnel.
• Reviews records to assess evidence of conformity with relevant criteria.
• Observes the work of personnel to assess the conformity to procedures and application of relevant criteria.
• Reports to the Lead Inspector on findings and provides recommendations based on evidence.

Essential Qualifications

Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident/Work VISA for the duration of the contract

Language Requirements

Skills

• Strong technical, analytical and review skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Sound judgement and evaluation abilities
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, both within an assessment team, and with customers
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, and familiar with information and communication technology (e.g. web-based communications software)

Abilities

• Work with limited supervision
• Effectively represent SCC and follow SCC’s policies and procedures
• Meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Availability to travel within Canada and U.S., occasionally on short notice
• Work in a variety of industrial, commercial and manufacturing environments

Technical Knowledge

We are seeking individuals who have specific knowledge or expertise in one or more of the following sectors:

The following opportunities are available:

Testing and Calibration Laboratory Accreditation Programs (ISO/IEC17025):

• Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference (EMC and EMI)
• Expertise in Electrical/Electronic –
• Conductor
• Conduit and Sprinkler Systems
• Electrical Rotating Machines
• Insulators
• Switches and Controls
• Transformers
• Wiring and Related Products
• Energy Star
• Energy Efficiency Verification (EEV)
• Electrical Appliances

• Forensic Toxicologist
• French-speaking Forensic assessor with expertise in Forensic Chemistry and Trace Analysis
• Unprocessed Milk – Microbiologist & Chemist (or a Chemist who can assess micro methods for unprocessed milk)
• Calibration
• Contract assessor and /or technical expert

Reference Material Producer ISO/IEC 17034

• Contract assessor and /or technical expert
• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter indicating which technical area you are applying for, and clearly demonstrating how you meet the Essential Qualifications listed in the role description.
• Your application must be submitted before the closing date.
• All applications will be considered; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
• We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those applicants whose qualifications are most relevant will be considered and contacted.

Standards Council of Canada, 55 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada